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The Hoso Bunka Foundation. (HBF), is an independent non-profit organization that, as its name Hoso Bunka or Broadcast-Culture implies, aims to promote the cultural and technological development of broadcasting. It was established by Japan's public service broadcaster, NHK-Japan Broadcasting Corporation, in February 1974 with an endowment of ¥12 billion (¥12,000,000,000).

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President’s Message by Hiroshi Shiono (2013.7.22)
As of June 13, 2013, Mr. Hiroshi Shiono has reassumed the post of president of the Hoso Bunka Foundation.

New General Managing Director's Message by Toshiki Sakimoto (2013.7.22)
As of June 13, 2013, Mr. Toshiki Sakimoto has assumed the post of General Managing Director of the Hoso Bunka Foundation.


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